Tyrone Buckley, Deputy Chief of Police

Deputy Chief Tyrone J. Buckley, M.P.A., Ph.D(c), is a 24-year veteran of the Jackson Police Department, currently leading the Administrative Support Services Division. A native of Sharon, MS, he has been instrumental in strategic planning, resource management, and operational oversight since joining the department in 2001.

Deputy Chief Buckley oversees numerous critical units, including Fleet Management, the Real-time Crime Center, Public Information Office, Jail Operations, Records Management, Crisis Intervention, and multiple community outreach programs. His leadership ensures seamless coordination between executive leadership and department personnel.

An alumnus of Alcorn State University (B.A. Criminal Justice) and Belhaven University (M.P.A.), he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration at Jackson State University. He is also an FBI Command College graduate and a certified law enforcement instructor.

Throughout his career, he has risen through the ranks—serving in Patrol, Investigations, and Administrative Bureaus—holding positions from Patrolman to Deputy Chief. Actively engaged in community service, he is a Phi Beta Sigma member and has contributed to organizations like Habitat for Humanity and the Salvation Army. His dedication to public service and leadership excellence continues to strengthen the Jackson Police Department.